Ukraine: 2023 Human Rights Fund call for concept notes

Description

1) Objective

Human rights are a cornerstone of the Netherlands’ foreign policy. Human rights are rights that apply worldwide, to all people, in all places, at all times. They are the foundations of a democracy in which every person counts. The Netherlands strives to protect and promote human rights all over the world. Human Rights Fund therefore helps civil society organisations that work for the cause worldwide. Promoting human rights and supporting Ukraine’s policy in this field is a priority for the Netherlands, because democracies governed by the rule of law provide the most fertile soil for prosperity, stability and development.

Priority areas are:

• International accountability for the most serious crimes
• Equal rights for women and girls
• Freedom of expression and internet freedom
• Human rights defenders and space for civil society
• Equal rights for LGBTI
• Freedom of religion or belief

2) Eligibility

Although there are no geographical priorities, local and regional NGOs are encouraged to apply.

3) Location

Actions must take place in Ukraine.

4) Budget

The requested contribution should range between UAH 5.000.000 and UAH 25.000.000; The projects that include sub-granting to NGOs in the regions or smaller communities may be supported if the applicant organization has past experience of coordinating re-granting mechanisms.

5) Application

The HRF Programme of the Embassy invites NGOs to submit concept notes by 6 February 2023. It is expected that projects will start after June 1, 2023.